Knitted Cuff Protectors from Japan
Water-resistant knitted cuff protectors slip over jacket sleeves during messy painting or crafting projects. Classified under HTS 6117.80.95 as other knitted accessories protecting garment parts without being parts themselves. Independent wear confirms status.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
14.6%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document protective function but maintain accessory class
• Test for knit density per Chapter notes (10+ stitches/cm)
• Separate from garment sets to avoid ensemble rules